Diverse templates

Open and closed SATB scores, unmetered liturgical, solo voice, any of the above plus piano or organ—even barbershop quartet.

Smart lyrics

Unlimited verses, with notes and staves automatically spaced, and verse numbers automatically aligned.

Download the Check Harmony Rules proofreading plugin to check for errors in your part writing, according to standard rules.

Mute, solo, or change volume of staves to learn individual lines—settings even apply to MP3 export.

Powerful lyrics copy and paste tools
Implode/explode: combine up to 4 voices on one staff, then separate to individual staves
Hide empty vocal staves, such as in a piano intro
Figured bass for historical notation
Note entry via mouse, keyboard, or MIDI (including real-time)
Continuous View displays score as endless ribbon, with no layout breaks
Easy-to-use and customizable interface
Import from other music notation software via MusicXML
Share music online with musescore.com
Rehearse on the go with MuseScore mobile apps
Full-featured desktop software free for Mac, Windows, and Linux